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Air Fryer Sweet and Sour Chicken

Delicious Air Fryer Sweet and Sour Chicken Made Healthier

This Air Fryer Sweet and Sour Chicken offers a healthier twist on a beloved takeout dish, combining crispy chicken with a tangy sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs Cut into 1" pieces
  • 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 cup Cornstarch
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Ketchup
  • 1/4 cup Shaoxing Wine or Dry Sherry Use tamari for gluten-free
  • 1/4 cup Rice Vinegar
  • 1/4 cup Light Soy Sauce or Tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Water
For the Flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Peanut Oil or Vegetable Oil
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Minced Ginger
  • 1 medium White Onion chopped
  • 1 cup Bell Pepper chopped

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • skillet
  • Large bowl
  • Small bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine the boneless skinless chicken thighs with vegetable oil and salt. Toss well to ensure every piece is coated. Let the chicken marinate for 10 minutes.
  2. Once marinated, sprinkle cornstarch over the chicken pieces. Toss the chicken in the cornstarch until each piece is fully coated.
  3. Preheat your air fryer to 450°F (230°C). Place the coated chicken pieces in the air fryer basket in a single layer, lightly spray them with oil and cook for 8 minutes. Flip the chicken and cook for an additional 5-6 minutes.
  4. While the chicken is air frying, mix together the ketchup, Shaoxing wine, rice vinegar, light soy sauce, brown sugar, and water in a small bowl.
  5. In a skillet over medium heat, add peanut oil and sauté minced garlic and ginger until fragrant. Add chopped white onion and bell pepper, cooking until they soften slightly.
  6. Pour the prepared sauce into the skillet, stirring constantly until it thickens. Add the air-fried chicken to the skillet, tossing to coat evenly.
  7. Transfer your Air Fryer Sweet and Sour Chicken onto a serving plate and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Serve with rice or your favorite vegetable sides. Garnish with sesame seeds or green onions for an added touch.

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